About Gold Star TEFL Recruitment |
Live and teach in China It’s an exciting time to be living and teaching in China as we approach 2010. The economy continues to boom and the demand for English teachers is as strong as ever. Explore a country famous for its ancient traditions and civilizations, generous and friendly people and delicious food. Immerse yourself in a country which has managed to balance the Ying and Yang of past customs and cultures with modern development and exciting changes. Learn to speak Mandarin Chinese, train in kung fu or Tai Chi. Visit The Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors, Sichuan pandas as well as the less well know treasures China has to offer. There are also plenty of opportunities to get involved with outdoor activities such as hiking, biking and rafting as well as all the enjoyments of a bustling, cosmopolitan city life, with a huge selection of shopping destinations, restaurants, coffee shops, bars and clubs. China proudly boasts having something for everyone. Why English First? Established over 40 years ago, English First is the largest privately owned language trainer in the world. We employ 30,000 teachers, in 54 countries across the globe and have 120 schools in 50 cities in China alone. English First maintains the very best in school design, cutting edge technology, award winning courses as well as professional development and support for its teachers. English First was proud to be the official language trainers for the Beijing Olympics in 2008, cementing our position as the number 1 choice for students of all ages learning English. Students Chinese students are motivated to learn and hard working. They show a great deal of respect to teachers and the learning process. At English First class sizes are kept to an average of 8-12 per class, allows for noticeable progress and makes classroom management that much easier. Our schools also offer teaching assistants in the classroom if necessary. Courses Over the years English First has made huge investments in developing the very best in teaching courses and materials. Popular with teachers and students alike, the courses we offer are aimed at specific age groups (4-6yrs, 7-10yrs, 11-14yrs,15-18yrs, adults and business English). Within each age group, students are placed in a suitable level according to their English ability, resulting in no ‘mixed level’ classes. Courses are accompanied by a wide range of supplementary materials, from flashcards, posters and handouts to CD’s, videos, songs and computer applications, essential for teachers to deliver varied, motivating classes. Cost of living Your salary really does go a long way in China. Cost of living is low and most teachers find they can save at least half of their salary while still enjoying an active social life, eating out in restaurants, shopping and going on trips. Naturally, there are also expensive parts of the city and foreign branded goods are as expensive as in the West. Teachers Whether you are just starting out as a teacher, or have experience, English First provides the people, environment and support to ensure that you develop, and have a uniquely exciting experience doing so. Do you have a preference for teaching young learners below 10 years old, teenagers, adults, business English or a varied mixture of all ages? We have schools throughout China and offer courses to all ages and abilities so we can match your skills to where they will be best utilised. We are looking for creative, motivated English teachers who have an adventurous spirit and a positive attitude to fill the available one year contracts. On-going professional development On-going training is seen as essential for the development of all our teachers. EF’s Director of Studies offer academic support, training workshops and seminars, structured feedback and performance appraisals. Teachers are also encouraged to shared ideas and materials and make use of our extensive teaching library. Requirements Applicants will need to have a degree and/or a credible TEFL certificate. Ideally, we are looking for teachers from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, New Zealand and South Africa and other near-native English speakers. Previous teaching experience is an advantage, however plenty of training and support is given to new teachers. Compensation English First offers a full and comprehensive package. -- Competitive salary – dependant on experience and qualifications -- Flight ticket allowance to and from your home country -- Furnished accommodation near the school or a monthly housing allowance -- Comprehensive health insurance -- Visas and residence permits -- Paid vacation in addition to public holidays -- Performance related bonuses -- Professional development and academic support -- Mandarin Chinese lessons -- Excellent career prospects the world’s leading private educational organization. If you’d like to our current vacancies and you have what it takes we would love to hear from you to discuss things further and answer any questions. To apply, send a copy the following to Jim Althans, Director of Recruitment at Teachers.Gold.Star@gmail.com : Covering letter detailing your teaching experience and suitability for the job CV / resume Degree certificate TEFL certificate Passport photo page 2 references Recent photo Please state your available start dates and where you saw this advert. We look forward to hearing from you. Contact: Jim Althans at Teachers.Gold.Star@gmail.com
